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Bloomington Parks and Recreation is pleased to offer an opportunity to participate in Amazing Athletes, a program that helps children build motor skills and inspires a lifelong appreciation of physical activity.
Summer 2024
- When: Thursdays
- June 13 - July 18: 5:45 - 6:25 p.m. and 6:30 - 7:10 p.m.
- July 25 - Aug. 22: 5:45 - 6:25 p.m. and 6:30 - 7:10 p.m.
- Where: Moir Park 10320 Morgan Avenue South
- Who: Children ages 2 1/2 to 5 1/2 years
- Cost: $83 per participant
- Registration: blm.mn/webtrac.
- Open: March 27
Fall Outdoor 2023
When: Thursdays, September 14 - October 12Tots 5:45–6:15 p.m.Preschool 6:25 - 7:10 p.m.
Where:Moir Park10320 Morgan Avenue SouthWho: Children ages 1 1/2 to 6 years (see details below)Tots (ages 1 1/2 - 2 1/2)Preschool (ages 2 1/2 - 6)
Cost: $83 per participantRegistration:blm.mn/webtrac.Open: August 1
Fall Indoor 2023
When: Thursdays, October 19 - November 165:30-6:15 p.m.6:30-7:15 p.m.
Where:Creekside Community Center, 9801 Penn Avenue SouthWho: Children ages 2 1/2 - 6Cost: $83 per participantRegistration:blm.mn/webtrac.Open: August 14
Cancellation Policy
- Full refund (minus $10 processing fee) if participant cancels up to one week before start of program.
- No refund if participant cancels within one week of start of program.
- Full refund if canceled due to low enrollment.
- Prorated refund or makeup date scheduled if canceled due to weather.
Tots Program (ages 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 years)
Amazing Tots is a guided, discovery-based program helping children ages 18 months to 2 1/2 years engage in structured physical activities tailored specifically to toddlers. During each weekly class, toddlers learn about one of four sports through our discovery lessons. Classes also balance a combination of structured physical challenges and organized physical exploration activities specifically designed with little ones in mind. Important reading and developmental properties also are incorporated into physical activities combining fitness, learning and fun all in one! Amazing Tots gain physical and academic advantages that prepare them to excel in preschool and beyond. Following the love of healthy lifestyle instilled in this program, our toddlers gain skills and tools that can last a lifetime.
Preschool Program (ages 2 1/2 - 6 years)
This action-packed curriculum shows kids just how much fun fitness can be! During weekly classes, children learn the importance of patience, teamwork, and self-confidence in a non-competitive, learning-based environment that fosters a love of healthy living. Their excitement for structured physical activity promotes advancements and advantages that keep children on the path to personal well-being. Non-competitive group classes let children build confidence in a safe and fun environment while also building teamwork and good sportsmanship all while we encourage kids to explore and develop a variety of athletic skills through the introduction of 10 different sports. To keep healthy and active, our bodies need the right kind of fuel. The Amazing Athletes nutrition program introduces the children to 16 different fruits and vegetables as well as important vitamins and minerals so that they go home excited about trying new, healthy foods.
About Amazing Athletes
Amazing Athletes uses sports as a catalyst to meet the needs of the whole child through non-competitive, sports-based fitness classes designed to advance each child’s individual motor-skills and inspire future participation in physical activity.
Why Is Physical Activity Important?
Everyone knows that participation in physical activity keeps the body healthy, but few understand that participation in physical activity is actually a critical piece of healthy physical, emotional, intellectual, social and individual human development. Consistent participation in physical activity, especially when starting from a young age, leads to positive attributes in all 5 areas of development listed above.
Amazing Athletes programs are specifically structured and designed to provide participants with positive movement experiences that allow them to enjoy sports and fitness while also advancing their motor-skills so that they can confidently pursue any physical activity that interests them in the future.
Learn more on the Amazing Athletes website.
Join us for an opportunity to learn a new skill!
Participants will learn the basics of archery safety, equipment, and shooting form from certified instructors. This program offers a low-cost way to try the sport of archery.
Don’t have your own bow? No problem! All equipment included.
Where: Marsh Lake Archery Range, 9401 France Ave S.
Who: There are sessions for youth, teens and adults. See schedule below.
Registration: Sign up at blm.mn/webtrac (coming soon). Registration opens February 18, 2025.
Parking: Limited on-site parking. Additional parking available at Marsh Lake Playfields.
2025 Program Schedule
Date | Program | Time | Ages | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
May 6 | Family Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 8+ | $7.50 |
May 13 | Family Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 8+ | $7.50 |
May 20 | Family Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 8+ | $7.50 |
May 27 | Family Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 8+ | $7.50 |
June 17 | Youth Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 8-14 | $15 - Resident $20 - Nonresident |
June 24 | Teen Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 14-18 | $15 - Resident $20 - Nonresident |
July 1 | Family Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 8+ | $7.50 |
July 8 | Adult Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 18+ | $15 - Resident $20 - Nonresident |
July 15 | Adaptive Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 8+ | $15 |
July 22 | Youth Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 8-14 | $15 - Resident $20 - Nonresident |
July 29 | Teen Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 14-18 | $15 - Resident $20 - Nonresident |
August 5 | Family Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 8+ | $7.50 |
August 12 | Adult Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 18+ | $15 - Resident $20 - Nonresident |
August 19 | Adaptive Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 8+ | $15 |
September 30 | Family Archery | 6-7:30pm | Age: 8+ | $7.50 |
October 7 | Family Archery | 5:30-7pm | Age: 8+ | $7.50 |
October 14 | Family Archery | 5:30-7pm | Age: 8+ | $7.50 |
October 21 | Family Archery | 5-6:30pm | Age: 8+ | $7.50 |
October 28 | Family Archery | 5-6:30pm | Age: 8+ | $7.50 |
A balance bike race is a thrilling event where young children showcase their balance and riding skills on balance bikes, which are non-pedal bikes designed to help kids learn how to balance and steer before transitioning to traditional bicycles.
Who: These races are for youth ages 2 – 6.
Equipment: Every participant must supply their own balance bike (no pedals) and helmet.
When: 9 - 11 a.m. (see schedule below). The summer circuit will wrap up with an event at the grand opening of the new Tretbaugh Bike Skills Park!
Registration and Fees: FREE program but registration is required. Register online at Webtrac.
2025 Race Schedule
- May 17, Smith Park, 8155 Park Ave. S.
- June 7: Historic Pond House, 401 E. 104th Street (inside Pond Dakota Mission Park)
- June 28: Girard Lake Park, 8401 France Ave. S.
- July 26: Valley View Park, 9000 Portland Ave. S.
- August 16: Bryant Park, 1001 W. 85th St.
- September (date TBD): Tretbaugh Park, 3701 W. 90th St.
- Will coincide with the opening of the new Tretbaugh Bike Skills Park in fall 2025.
Participants will engage in group games and rotate through craft stations to create their own masterpieces. All crafts will be displayed during our Thursday Art Display, 2 - 4 p.m. Families are encouraged to come and admire the creations made throughout the week.
Monday - Wednesday afternoons after lunch, campers will go swimming at the adjacent Bloomington Family Aquatic Center. Pickup will be at the Aquatic Center parking lot on these days.
- Days: Monday - Thursday
- Dates: August 11 - 14, 2025
- Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Location: Valley View Park, 9000 Portland Ave. S.
- Drop off at Field 2 (Monday - Thursday)
- Pickup at Bloomington Family Aquatic Center (Monday - Wednesday)
- Who: Youth in grades 1 - 7 (fall 2025)
- Fee: $120 Resident / $152 Nonresident
- Registration: Register online at Webtrac.
- Registration occurs via the Lottery process.
- See the How To Register tab below for more details.
Camp Kota is designed to provide an opportunity for kids to learn basic outdoor skills while meeting new friends, singing crazy songs and having tons of fun! Campers experience a unique outdoor recreation schedule for each grade section, so the fun keeps coming each year they return!
- Days: Monday - Friday
- Session Dates 2025:
- Session 1: July 7-11
- Session 2: July 14-18
- Session 3: July 21-25
- Session 4: July 28 - August 1
- Program Times: 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Location: East Bush Lake Park / Bush Lake Beach
- Who: For children entering grades 2 - 7 in fall 2025*
- Registration Fees:
- Resident $300, Nonresident $365
- Registration occurs via the Lottery process. See the How To Register tab below for more details.
*See Kota Kids for children entering grades K - 1 in fall 2025
For complete programming information including section and activity numbers for this program, please refer to the 2025 Summer Experience Catalog (coming soon).
For registered participants, you will receive a parent handbook and waivers for your child (if needed) via email.
Held at East Bush Lake Park in conjunction with Camp Kota, Kota Kids is designed to provide an opportunity for younger kids to get a taste of all of the fun!
- Days: Monday - Thursday
- Session Dates 2025:
- Session 1: July 7-10
- Session 2: July 14-17
- Session 3: July 21-24
- Session 4: July 28 - 31
- Times: 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Location: East Bush Lake Park / Bush Lake Beach
- Who: For children entering grades K - 1 in fall 2025*
- Registration Fees:
- Resident - $250, Nonresident - $315
- Registration occurs via the Lottery process. See the How To Register tab below for more details.
*See Camp Kota for children entering grades 2 - 7 in fall 2025
For complete programming information including section and activity numbers for this program, please refer to the 2025 Summer Experience Catalog (coming soon).
2024 Dakota Language Camp
A unique approach to language learning for both Dakota and non-Dakota youth and adults, the 3-day Dakota Language Camp provides an introduction to one of Minnesota's native languages. Learning is through hands-on experiences of traditional Dakota games, crafts, songs, dancing and foods. Participants will even get a chance to sit in a tipi to learn how it was used and furnished.
Since Dakota culture is rooted in the land, many words are learned during nature walks on the beautiful trails in the Minnesota River Valley. Dakota teachers will also explain their nation's values and history.
This camp is held at the historic Pond Dakota Mission Park, located on the bluffs of the Minnesota River Valley. Large grassy areas in the park are used for outdoor games.
The Dakota Language camp is a joint venture of Bloomington Parks and Recreation and the Dakota Language Department of the University of Minnesota, which creates the program content and provides experienced teaching staff.
- Days: Tuesday - Thursday
- Dates: June 25 - 27, 2024
- Times: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Location: Pond Dakota Mission Park, 401 E. 104th Street
- Who: For youth and adults of ALL AGES!
- Children under age 7 must be accompanied by an adult or teen sibling who is also enrolled in the camp
- Registration:
- Fee: $50
- blm.mn/webtrac
- Section # 160-A
- Lunch is provided
- Registration deadline is June 11, 2024
Download, print and/or share the 2024 Dakota Language Camp flyer.
Get a glimpse of what Dakota Language Camp is all about!
Learn to fish alongside an experience instructor from Fishing for All, LLC. Participants will learn the basics of fishing and enjoy summertime on the lake with friends and family.
- Where: Bush Lake Beach, 9401 East Bush Lake Road or Smith Park, 8155 Park Ave. S.
- Cost: $20 per participant.
- Registration: Register online at Webtrac. Registrations accepted until full.
2025 Schedule
- Youth: Ages 8 - 14
- June 18, 1 - 3 p.m.
- July 16, 5 - 7 p.m.
- Family: Ages 8+
- June 26, 1 - 3 p.m.
- July 24, 5 - 7 p.m.
- Adaptive: Ages 8+
- June 25, 6 - 8 p.m.
- July 23, 6 - 8 p.m.
River Fishing
Where: Minnesota River. Specific location to be sent by guide prior to each event.
Schedule
- Youth: August 23, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Family: August 30, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Adaptive: August 23, 1 - 3 p.m.
Registration: Register online at Webtrac. Registrations accepted until full.
Three Rivers Park District, in partnership with the City of Bloomington, offers a variety of golf instruction opportunities aimed at beginner youth (and adult) golfers at Hyland Greens Golf Course, 10100 Normandale Blvd.
Visit blm.mn/golf-lessons for more details and to register.
Mobile Recreation provides free recreation activities in various Bloomington park locations. No registration required. Each week will feature a unique activity. Scheduled list of activities below is subject to change.
- Where: Various parks throughout Bloomington
- Who: Youth ages 18 and under.
- When: Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Cost: Free!
- Registration: None required.
Summer 2025 Schedule
- June 14: Smith Park, 8155 Park Ave. S.
- Ninja Warrior timed events
- July 12: Haeg Park, 8301 Penn Ave. S.
- Crafts
- August 2: Moir Park, 10320 Morgan Ave. S.
- Disc Golf
- August 23: Sunrise Park, 9401 Bloomington Ferry Rd.
- Soccer
IMPORTANT NOTE: Mobile Rec is a drop-in program, not a drop-off program. Parents/guardians must stay in the park for the duration of the time your children are participating in activities with City staff.
Weather Policy
Mobile Rec may be canceled if the weather is not ideal for programming. If weather becomes severe the weather line (952-563-8878) will be updated with any program changes or cancellations.
New for 2025, get ready for summer fun during the Outdoor Recreation Skills Camp!
Throughout these weeklong camps, participants will take part in exciting skills activities. On Friday, please bring a bike, scooter, or rollerblades, along with a helmet. We’ll also have a limited number of fat tire bikes available.
We can’t wait to kick off a week of outdoor adventure and skill building with you!
- Days: Monday - Friday
- Dates: June 9 - 13 and August 25-29, 2025
- Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Location: Valley View Park, Field #2, 9000 Portland Ave. S.
- Who: Youth in grades 1 - 7 (fall 2025)
- Fee: $150 Resident / $190 Nonresident
- Registration: Register online at Webtrac.
- Registration occurs via the Lottery process. See the How To Register tab below for more details.
Get out on the water this summer! Participants will learn the basics of paddle boarding, including paddle strokes and balance positions.
Each session will include an introductory lesson followed by activities and self-paced paddling on the water.
- Where: East Bush Lake Park, 9140 E. Bush Lake Rd.
- When: 6 - 7:30 p.m. (see dates below)
- Cost:
- Adult, Teen, Youth: $15 Resident / $20 Nonresident
- Family: $10 Resident / $15 Nonresident
- Registration: Register online at blm.mn/webtrac.
- Registration opens March 27, 2025. Registrations accepted until full.
Summer 2025 Schedule
- Teen: Ages 14-18
- June 16 (Activity Section 112 1B)
- July 21 (Activity Section 112 1C)
- Family: Ages 8+
- June 23 (Activity Section 112 2B)
- July 28 (Activity Section 112 2C)
- Adult: Ages 18+
- June 30 (Activity Section 112 3B)
- August 4 (Activity Section 112 3C)
- Youth: Ages 8 - 14
- July 14 (Activity Section 112 4B)
- August 18 (Activity Section 112 4C)
Parks Power Camp is held at six parks: Kelly, Poplar Bridge, Running, Smith, Sunrise and Westwood,
Monday through Wednesday, participants will practice their parks skills and skits. On Thursday and Friday, participants will travel via bus to Brookside Park and compete against other parks in recreation and parks events.
Participants should pack a lunch for Thursday and Friday.
- Days: Monday - Friday
- Dates: August 4 - 8, 2025
- Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Location:
- Monday - Wednesday: One of six parks (Kelly, Poplar Bridge, Running, Smith, Sunrise, Westwood)
- Thursday - Friday: Brookside Park
- Who: Youth in grades 1 - 7 (fall 2025)
- Fee: $150 Resident / $190 Nonresident
- Registration: Register online at Webtrac.
- Registration occurs via the Lottery process.
- See the How To Register tab below for more details.
2025 Catalog Coming Soon
Create memories in 2024 that will last a lifetime!
The 2024 Recreation Experience Catalog features all that Bloomington Parks and Recreation and several community partners have to offer for a summer (and spring and fall) full of fun, inclusive, engaging activities, events, camps and programs.
This high-energy program introduces kids to the fundamentals of soccer and builds on their soccer basics. Instructors also highlight positive character traits during each session such as respect, teamwork, and appreciation. No equipment is required! There are three levels offered at three locations. See below for details on current and upcoming program offerings.
FREE ONE-DAY SPRING SESSION
- Who: Ages 2-3 (Mini), 3-5 (Classic), 5-8 (Premier)
- When: Saturday, April 6, 2024
- Mini: 9 - 9:30 a.m.
- Classic: 9:30 - 10 a.m.
- Classic: 10 - 10:30 a.m.
- Premier: 10:30 - 11 a.m.
- Where: Effa Playlot
- Cost: FREE!
- Registration: Online at blm.mn/webtrac or call 952-563-8877
SPRING 2024
- Days: Multiple sessions offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
- Dates: 4/9 - 5/30 (see below)
- Times: 5 - 6:50 p.m. (see below)
- Who: Ages 2-3 (Mini), 3-5 (Classic), 5-8 (Premier)
- Where: Three convenient locations:
- Quail Ridge Playlot, 7301 Minnesota Bluffs Drive (Tuesdays)
- Mini: 4/9 - 5/28 from 5 - 5:30 p.m.
- Classic: 4/9 - 5/28 from 5:40 - 6:10 p.m.
- Premier: 4/9 - 5/28 from 6:20 - 6:50 p.m.
- Logan Playlot, 1900 West 91st Street (Wednesdays)
- Classic: 4/10 - 5/29 from 5 - 5:30 p.m.
- Mini: 4/10 - 5/29 from 5:40 - 6:10 p.m.
- Classic: 4/10 - 5/29 from 6:20 - 6:50 p.m.
- Effa Playlot, 8330 4th Avenue South (Thursdays)
- Mini: 4/11 - 5/30 from 5 - 5:30 p.m.
- Classic: 4/11 - 5/30 from 5:40 - 6:10 p.m.
- Premier: 4/11 - 5/30 from 6:20 - 6:50 p.m.
- Quail Ridge Playlot, 7301 Minnesota Bluffs Drive (Tuesdays)
- Cost: $150 (Jerseys NOT included)
- Registration: Register online at blm.mn/webtrac.
SUMMER 2024
- Days: Multiple sessions offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
- Dates: 6/18 - 9/4 (see below), no class 7/2 - 7/4
- Times: 5 - 6:50 p.m. (see below)
- Who: Ages 2-3 (Mini), 3-5 (Younger/Older Classic), 5-8 (Premier)
- Where: Three convenient locations:
- Quail Ridge Playlot, 7301 Minnesota Bluffs Drive (Tuesdays)
- Mini: 6/18 - 9/3 from 5 - 5:30 p.m.
- Classic: 6/18 - 9/3 from 5:40 - 6:10 p.m.
- Premier: 6/18 - 9/3 from 6:20 - 6:50 p.m.
- Logan Playlot, 1900 West 91st Street (Wednesdays)
- Younger Classic (3-4): 6/19 - 9/4 from 5 - 5:30 p.m.
- Mini: 6/19 - 9/4 from 5:40 - 6:10 p.m.
- Older Classic (4-5): 6/19 - 9/4 from 6:20 - 6:50 p.m.
- Effa Playlot, 8330 4th Avenue South (Thursdays)
- Mini: 6/20 - 8/29 from 5 - 5:30 p.m.
- Classic: 6/20 - 8/29 from 5:40 - 6:10 p.m.
- Premier: 6/20 - 8/29 from 6:20 - 6:50 p.m.
- Quail Ridge Playlot, 7301 Minnesota Bluffs Drive (Tuesdays)
- Cost: $207-Tuesdays and Wednesdays; $188-Thursdays (Jerseys NOT included)
- Registration: Register online at blm.mn/webtrac. Sign-up opens 3/27 at 9 a.m.
FALL 2024
- Days: Multiple sessions offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
- Dates: 9/10 - 10/24 (see below)
- Times: 5 - 6:40 p.m. (see below)
- Who: Ages 2-3 (Mini), 3-5 (Younger/Older Classic), 5-8 (Premier)
- Where: Three convenient locations:
- Quail Ridge Playlot, 7301 Minnesota Bluffs Drive (Tuesdays)
- Mini: 9/10 - 10/22 from 5 - 5:30 p.m.
- Classic: 9/10 - 10/22 from 5:35 - 6:05 p.m.
- Premier: 9/10 - 10/22 from 6:10 - 6:30 p.m.
- Logan Playlot, 1900 West 91st Street (Wednesdays)
- Younger Classic: 9/11 - 10/23 from 5 - 5:30 p.m.
- Mini: 9/11 - 10/23 from 5:35 - 6:05 p.m.
- Older Classic: 9/11 - 10/23 from 6:10 - 6:40 p.m.
- Effa Playlot, 8330 4th Avenue South (Thursdays)
- Mini: 9/12 - 10/24 from 5 - 5:30 p.m.
- Classic: 9/12 - 10/24 from 5:35 - 6:05 p.m.
- Premier: 9/12 - 10/24 from 6:10 - 6:40 p.m.
- Quail Ridge Playlot, 7301 Minnesota Bluffs Drive (Tuesdays)
- Cost: $175 (Jersey included, no equipment required)
- Registration: Register online at blm.mn/webtrac. Sign-up opens 6/24.
Cancellation Policy
- Full refund if we cancel class before the program starts.
- Prorated refund if we cancel class after the program starts.
- No refund if we cancel class due to weather conditions.
- Soccer Shots will try to provide make-up classes when possible.
- Soccer Shots staff will send emails and text messages to tell you about cancellations.
- Partial refund if you cancel up to one week before the program starts.
- No refund if you cancel less than one week before the program starts.
- No refund if you miss class for personal reasons (vacation, illness, etc.)
- You may ask to transfer to the next season if needed.
Visit the Soccer Shots website to learn more about its programs.
About Soccer Shots: Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, communication and curriculum. Our coaches are the best trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.
This camp is designed for athletes eager to explore a variety of sports!
Each morning participants will engage in a different group sport.
- Campers are welcome to bring their own equipment, but all necessary supplies will be provided.
- Kickball, softball, volleyball, basketball and soccer will all be incorporated.
In the afternoons, campers will head to Bloomington Family Aquatic Center to work on swim skills and play water games.
Join us for an exciting week of sports and fun!
- Days: Monday - Friday
- Dates: August 18 - 22, 2025
- Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Location: Valley View Park, 9000 Portland Ave. S.
- Drop off at Field 2
- Pickup at Bloomington Family Aquatic Center
- Who: Youth in grades 1 - 7 (fall 2025)
- Fee: $150 Resident / $190 Nonresident
- Registration: Register online at Webtrac.
- Registration occurs via the Lottery process.
- See the How To Register tab below for more details.
Explore the Wonders of Moir Park
Youth from 3rd through 7th grade, enjoy a wonderful spring break experience at Moir Park! With a mix of indoor and outdoor activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy, including (but not limited to):
- Disc golf
- Crafts
- Nature walks to soak in the beauty of the season.
The Nine Mile Creek corridor provides a fantastic opportunity to explore the local ecosystem and see how it changes from frozen to flowing. It’s sure to be a memorable time for all!
This camp will be offered snow or shine and activities will vary based on the weather. We can't wait to see you there!
- Who: Youth in grades 3 - 7
- Where: Moir Park, 10320 Morgan Avenue South
- When: March 31 - April 4, 2025
- Fee: Residents - $150 | Nonresidents - $190
- Registration: Register online at Webtrac
Join us for a summer of FUN in a local neighborhood park! Enjoy games, sports, arts and crafts, and special events. Participants will be supervised by instructors experienced in recreation and working with children. Registrations are accepted until program has filled, with no prorating of fees!
- Days: Monday - Friday
- Dates: June 16 - August 1, 2025
- No programming July 1-5
- 3-day Play Camp available
- Times: 8:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Who: For children entering grades 1 - 7 in fall 2025 - Weekly Registration Fee: Resident $125, Nonresident $188
- Registration occurs via the Lottery process. See the How To Register tab below for more details.
- Registration is week-by-week in summer 2025.
- If program is not full from Lottery and waitlists, registration will be accepted until the program fills, with no fee prorating.
- 2025 Program Site Locations:
- We are excited to offer six locations of Summer Adventure Playgrounds this summer!
- *Gene C. Kelly Park, 185 East 102nd Street
- Poplar Bridge Park, 4600 West 85th Street
- *Running Park, 9501 12th Avenue South
- *Smith Park, 8155 Park Ave South
- Sunrise Park, 9401 Bloomington Ferry Road
- Westwood Park, 3490 West 109th Street
- We are excited to offer six locations of Summer Adventure Playgrounds this summer!
*Free sack lunches provided daily through the Summer Food Service Program.
There will be no staff available to supervise participants before or after program hours or at the park location during off-site Summer Adventure events.
For complete programming information including section and activity numbers for this program, please refer to the 2025 Summer Experience Catalog (coming soon).
Tenicity is a tennis player development program, founded and led by Minnesota's most accomplished player and coach, Harsh Mankad. The program aims to grow tennis participation and develop players to higher levels of play.
The Benefits of Tennis
- It's a lifelong sport.
- It's one of the healthiest sports, adding close to 10 years to participants' lives.
- It involves physical, mental, emotional, and social development.
The Benefits of learning tennis with Tenicity
- Learn the game from a coaching team led and trained by Harsh Mankad.
- Develop strong game fundamentals for higher levels of play.
- Develop joy for the game and gain valuable lessons through coaching methods that strive for positive youth development via sports.
Help your child(ren) learn the lifelong game of tennis from Tenicity's expert team of coaches! We invite you to visit our website to learn more about our program: https://tenicity.com/. For questions, contact Tenicity’s Head Coach, Harsh Mankad, at harsh@tenicity.com or 651-285-7280.
SPRING 2024 SESSION
- Who: Ages 5-16
- Days: Thursdays
- Dates: April 25 - May 23
- Time:
- Ages 5-8: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
- Ages 9-12: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
- Ages 13-16: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
- Where: Dred Scott Playfield tennis courts
- Cost: $86 per session (5 group lessons)
- Registration: Register online at WebTrac
SUMMER 2024 SESSIONS
- Who: Ages 5-16
- Days: Wednesdays and Thursdays
- Dates:
- Session 1: June 12 - June 27
- Session 2: July 10 - July 25
- Session 3: July 31 - August 15
- Time:
- Ages 5-8: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
- Ages 9-12: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
- Ages 13-16: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
- Where: Dred Scott Playfield tennis courts
- Cost: $99 per session (6 group lessons)
- Registration: Register online at WebTrac
Additional Program Information
Program Skill Level: Beginner
Parent Lesson Viewing Guideline: To watch lessons, parents must stay outside the courts and refrain from coaching their children during the lessons.
Coaching Team: Our team led by Head Coach, Harsh Mankad, has deep experience in the game at all levels. Harsh is a former NCAA Division 1 National Singles Champion (Univ. of MN Gopher tennis player), Wimbledon player and winner of ATP Professional tennis titles. In 2023, Harsh was awarded the United States Tennis Association's Junior Development Award in recognition for his work and impact in tennis. The coaching team is trained by Harsh in the program’s methods and values to create quality playing and learning experiences for each participant.
Cancellation Policy
- Full refund (minus $10 processing fee) if participant cancels up to one week before start of program.
- No refund if participant cancels within one week of start of program.
- Full refund if canceled due to low enrollment.
- If a lesson is cancelled due to weather, Tenicity will give a makeup date/time to the group.
- There will be no refunds provided to participants who cannot attend the makeup session.
- Tenicity will not provide a makeup session if half or more of a group lesson is completed prior to weather interruption.
About Tenicity: Our team is led by Head Coach, Harsh Mankad who is a former NCAA Division 1 National Singles Champion (University of Minnesota Gopher Tennis Player) and recipient of the 2023 USTA Junior Development Award. The team includes a group of dedicated coaches who are trained in the program's curriculum and methods. Learn more at https://tenicity.com/.
This camp offers a fantastic opportunity for three days of mid-summer fun!
Campers will enjoy a variety of fun activities around Valley View Park including swimming each afternoon at the adjacent Bloomington Family Aquatic Center. Don’t miss out on this exciting summer adventure!
- Days: Monday - Wednesday
- Dates: June 30 - July 2, 2025
- Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Location: Valley View Park, 9000 Portland Ave. S.
- Drop off at Field 2
- Pickup at Bloomington Family Aquatic Center
- Who: Youth in grades 1 - 7 (fall 2025)
- Fee: $90 Resident / $114 Nonresident
- Registration: Register online at Webtrac.
- Registration occurs via the Lottery process.
- See the How To Register tab below for more details.
Volunteer your time and help Bloomington Parks and Recreation's youth programs succeed.
Visit the Volunteer web page and click on the Teen Opportunities tab for all the details on how you can lend your expertise, experience and enthusiasm to ensure program participants have an exceptional experience!
Registration
For ease of program registration, please make sure you have an active household profile in the Parks and Recreation online Webtrac system prior to the first day of registration. Registration for Parks and Recreation programming may be processed online 24 hours a day until classes are full or registration closes for each session.
Fee and Registration Assistance
Fee assistance recipients may use the online registration system. Click HERE to register online! For instructions on how to set up an online account and/or process an online registration, read our Online Registration Instructions.
How to register for Parks and Recreation programming
- Register Online: Available 24 hours a day until programs are full or registration closes for each session. Fee assistance recipients may us the online registration system. Click HERE to register online! For instructions on how to set up an online account and/or process an online registration, check this out: Online Registration Instructions
- Unable to register online? Download and complete this fillable registration form and return it via:
- USPS mail or in-person delivery to: Parks and Recreation Department, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN 55431
- Fax: 952-563-8715
- Email: parksrec@bloomingtonmn.gov
Youth Programs Lottery
- Lottery Enrollment: All weeklong camps use a lottery system to select program participants. The Lottery is completed via the online Webtrac system.
- Lottery enrollment opens for Priority Registration: January 2, 2025, 9 a.m.
- Lottery enrollment deadline for Priority Registration: February 6, 2025
- All Bloomington residents will have until February 6 to enter into the Lottery for Priority Registration.
- Lottery Notification: February 7, 2025
- Those selected via the Lottery to participate in the Priority Registration period for weeklong summer camps ONLY will be notified.
- Priority Registration deadline: February 17, 2025
- Those selected via the Lottery to participate in Priority Registration have until this date to complete camp registration(s).
- Open Registration: February 18, 2025
- Beginning on this date, registration will be open to both residents and nonresidents on a first come, first served basis. A waitlist will also be available.
- Fee Assistance
- Fee assistance applications are due at least 10 days prior to registration. It is recommended that you submit fee assistance when you register for the Lottery. If fee assistance is submitted after February 9, we cannot guarantee it will be processed prior to Open Registration. For additional information, visit the Fee Assistance page.
Need additional assistance registering? Please contact our office (see contact info below).
Our tax identification number is 41-6004990. If you need a copy of a previous program receipt, please follow our simple instructions! If you have an online account sign in to your online account at webtrac.bloomingtonmn.gov and click on the My Account tab. If you are unable to access your account or have any other questions please submit your inquiry to parksrec@BloomingtonMN.gov.
- Email: parksrec@BloomingtonMN.gov
- Registration: 952-563-8877 or MN Relay 711
- Parks and Recreation class information: 952-563-8877
- Artistry class information: 952-563-8575
- Fee assistance: 952-563-8877
- Inclusion services for students with disabilities: 952-563-8891